If you entered into a written agreement with another party, you probably entered into a contract. For instance, if you agreed to provide a service or goods in exchange for money, and each of you accepted those terms, then you have a contract. Continuing with this...
It is very important to understand all of the necessary elements of a construction contract when drawing one up or signing it. This typically starts with names, dates, projected costs, a timeframe and other such details. All parties need to know what is expected and...
Starting a new business sometimes makes you feel like you need to run forward with the idea as fast as possible, using your momentum to take the company off the ground. This enthusiasm is good, but it is wise to slow things down a bit and make sure you do it the right...
When creating a business lease, is it wise for those on both sides to talk about renewal options in advance? It certainly can be, as it may help prevent a situation in the future where the tenant wants to break the lease. After all, commercial leases are something of...
In trying to plan around potential estate disputes, you realize that children probably are not going to fight over money. You plan to split it all up equally. Instead, any disputes will likely settle on sentimental items and things that the children have an emotional...
If you're thinking about starting a new business with a partner, you need to make sure you do not move too quickly. This isn't something that you want to rush into. After all, people often start companies with close friends, co-workers and even family members. Some...
One of the most difficult aspects of running a small business in Ohio is finding the right space from which to do it. Commercial real estate can be complicated, and it is not always easy to find an affordable store front or industrial space for your operations. Once...
One of the key sources of confusion around nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) for business owners and entrepreneurs is when they should require someone to sign one. Generally, an NDA is warranted whenever someone is going to be privy to valuable and/or confidential...
If you think of how many people that you've known that have been asked to sign an employment contract before they were hired on to take a job, then you would probably mention teachers, doctors or company executives. There are varying reasons that an employer may...
Everyone knows that a limited liability company, or LLC, offers benefits to the owners that protect them from personal liability, in the event the business incurs more debt than it can afford to pay. In fact, this is the primary reason why many business owners seek to...